How to carry out replacement: ABS Sensor 1.9 TDI Golf Plus
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How to change front ABS sensor on VW Golf Plus / Crossgolf (5M1, 521) – replacement guide

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This replacement procedure can be used for:
VW GOLF PLUS (5M1, 521) 1.6 BiFuel, VW GOLF PLUS (5M1, 521) 1.6 TDI, VW GOLF PLUS (5M1, 521) 1.2 TSI, VW GOLF PLUS (5M1, 521) 1.4 16V, VW GOLF PLUS (5M1, 521) 1.6 FSI, VW GOLF PLUS (5M1, 521) 1.9 TDI, VW GOLF PLUS (5M1, 521) 2.0 TDI 16V, VW GOLF PLUS (5M1, 521) 2.0 FSI, VW GOLF PLUS (5M1, 521) 1.9 TDI, VW GOLF PLUS (5M1, 521) 1.6, VW GOLF PLUS (5M1, 521) 2.0 TDI, VW GOLF PLUS (5M1, 521) 1.4 16V, VW GOLF PLUS (5M1, 521) 1.4 TSI, VW GOLF PLUS (5M1, 521) 1.4 TSI, VW GOLF PLUS (5M1, 521) 2.0 TDI, VW GOLF PLUS (5M1, 521) 2.0 TDI, VW GOLF PLUS (5M1, 521) 1.4 FSI, VW GOLF PLUS (5M1, 521) 1.4 TSI, VW GOLF PLUS (5M1, 521) 1.4 TSI, VW GOLF PLUS (5M1, 521) 1.6 MultiFuel, VW GOLF PLUS (5M1, 521) 2.0 TDI, VW GOLF PLUS (5M1, 521) 1.6 TDI, VW GOLF PLUS (5M1, 521) 1.2 TSI … View more

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Replacement: ABS sensor – VW GOLF PLUS (5M1, 521). List of the tools you'll need:
Wire brush
Nylon cleaning brush
WD-40 spray
Brake cleaner
Electronic spray
Multipurpose grease
Copper grease
Torque wrench
HEX bit No.H5
Wheel impact socket #17
Ratchet wrench
Flat screwdriver
Wheel chock
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Replacement: ABS sensor – VW GOLF PLUS (5M1, 521). AUTODOC experts recommend:
  • All work should be done with the engine stopped.
Replacement: ABS sensor – VW GOLF PLUS (5M1, 521). Use the following procedure:
  1. Step 1
    Secure the wheels with chocks.
    Step 2
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    Loosen the wheel mounting bolts. Use wheel impact socket #17.
  2. Step 3
    Raise the front of the car and secure on supports.
    Step 4
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    Unscrew the wheel bolts.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Warning! To avoid injury, hold the wheel while unscrewing the fastening bolts. VW GOLF PLUS (5M1, 521)
  3. Step 5
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    Remove the wheel.
  4. Step 6
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    Detach the ABS sensor connector.
  5. Step 7
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    Clean the ABS sensor fastener. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  6. Step 8
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    Unscrew the ABS sensor fastener. Use HEX No.H5. Use a ratchet wrench.
  7. Step 9
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    Disconnect the ABS sensor.
  8. Step 10
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    Clean the ABS sensor mounting seat. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  9. Step 11
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    Treat the ABS sensor fastener. Use a multipurpose grease. Use a flat screwdriver.
  10. Step 12
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    Connect the ABS sensor.
  11. Step 13
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    Tighten the fastener that connects the ABS sensor to the steering knuckle. Use HEX No.H5. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 7 Nm torque.
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